Personal & Executive Assistant (Part-Time) - Upper East Side Recruiting Agency

February 17, 2026

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Personal & Executive Assistant (Part-Time) - Upper East Side Recruiting Agency
Location: East 70s, Manhattan (Upper East Side)
Schedule: 2-3 days per week | Temp-to-Perm

A boutique recruiting agency based on the Upper East Side is seeking a reliable, organized, and proactive Personal and Executive Assistant to support the agency owner.

This role is part-time to start (2-3 days per week) with the goal of becoming a permanent position. The ideal candidate is comfortable wearing many hats-supporting both business operations and light personal tasks.Responsibilities Include:

Assisting with candidate outreach and scheduling virtual interviews
Managing email communications on behalf of the agency owner
Returning phone calls and handling follow-ups professionally
Light organization of the owner's apartment and home office
Running occasional personal errands nearby

Requirements:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and follow-through
Comfortable with basic technology (email, scheduling tools, Zoom, etc.)
Discreet, trustworthy, and organized
Prior experience as a personal or executive assistant preferred, but not required

This is a great opportunity to work closely with an experienced recruiter and gain behind-the-scenes exposure to the recruiting industry.

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